The PPC Cave

The PPC Cave

By Gene Villanoz and Ryan FentonBusinessMarketing
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The PPC Cave episodes

  • We Need To Talk About AI Max... | EP 104

    In Episode 104 Ryan dives into a much needed conversation about AI Max for Google Ads.Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps03:21 It’s Just Broad Match All Over Again

    03:50 More Keywords Doesn’t Mean More Conversions

    08:32 Prioritize Quality Keywords/Search Terms Report10:33 Should We Try AI Max?Gene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    15 min
  • Manual CPC First for New Search Campaigns | EP 103

    In Episode 103 Gene dives into why Manual CPC should be prioritized for your new search campaigns in Google Ads.Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps01:35 Story: eCom Vs Lead-Gen Search Campaigns

    03:43 1. Automated Bidding Needs Data to Work

    04:52 2. Manual CPC Gives You Immediate Cost Control

    06:03 3. Prioritize Keywords/Search Terms

    12:58 4. When To Switch? Gene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    18 min
  • Low TROAS eCommerce Strategy & Screenshare | EP 102

    In Episode 102 Ryan dives into how a Low Target ROAS Strategy can be beneficial for your Google Ads campaigns.Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps02:47 Introduction to Low Target ROAS Strategy

    07:20 Benefits of Low Target ROAS

    12:19 Real-World Application and ResultsGene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    22 min
  • What To Do When Clients Don't Listen | EP 101

    In Episode 101 Gene & Ryan dives into some reasons when your Google Ads client doesn't listen, and how to handle it.Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps10:51 Diagnose Why They’re Not Listening

    17:00 No Trust Built Yet

    22:16 Consultant Vs Worker

    24:28 They Don’t Understand the Strategy

    33:36 If It’s Constant…Gene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    42 min
  • Exposing Google Ads Reps | EP 100

    In Episode 100 Gene dives into a recent experience with a Google Ads rep that should make you question your next interaction with one.Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps03:21 Who Are Google Ads Reps

    05:39 Can You Trust what They Say

    09:42 My Experience Right Now

    13:43 How To NavigateGene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    17 min
  • Microsoft Ads vs Google Ads | EP 99

    In Episode 99 Gene dives into the pros and cons of using Microsoft Ads vs Google ads.Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps03:31 Google Ads Overview07:25 Microsoft Ads Overview12:42 Key Differences That Matter15:26 When to Use Google Ads16:31 When to Use Microsoft Ads17:31 Final TakeGene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    22 min
  • ChatGPT Ads News 2026 & Listener Questions | EP 98

    In Episode 98 Gene & Ryan dive into some questions from listeners, and chat about recent news for ChatGPT ads.

    Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps04:28 Google Ad Ranking / Quality Score09:32 More Client Communication = Higher Monthly Fee? 12:36 Click Fraud Software17:34 OpenAI Will Soon Test Ads On ChatGPT22:05 OpenAI To Charge Based On Ad View Impressions, Not ClicksGene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    34 min
  • When Should You Use AI Max? | EP 97

    In Episode 97 Gene dives into all the reasons you should be using AI Max for Google Ads.Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps04:38 You have adequate conversions in Google Ads

    05:50 Your landing page SEO On-Page Optimized

    07:07 In New Campaigns For Testing

    10:01 Make sure your Search Campaigns Are Built Out Gene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    16 min
  • What Should I Do First, SEO or PPC? | EP 96

    In Episode 96 Gene dives into the tough choice of where to begin when it comes to digital advertising, SEO or PPC?Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps

    02:15 What is SEO?

    05:52 SEO First = Long Game Foundation

    06:31 What is PPC?

    07:17 PPC First = Fast Data + Fast Sales

    08:21 Best Order for Most BusinessesGene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    18 min
  • 3 Reasons Google Ads Failed Your Business | EP 95

    In Episode 95 Gene dives into how you may be using Google Ads wrong and how it affects your business.Google Ads ChatGPT Prompttempus59.com/blog/ultimate-google-ads-chatgpt-prompt-sheet-lead-gen-e-commerceUse our Opteo free 28 day trial!https://www.Opteo.com/ThePPCcaveUse our Riverside discount code!: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=TPCPodcastReferral of $100 for a signed Client!Timestamps02:52 Reason #1: Wrong Intent (Bad Targeting)08:54 Reason #2: Your Website Couldn’t Convert17:49 Reason #3: Unrealistic Budget & TimelineGene & Ryan, 2 Fiverr Pros that co-host The PPC Cave, Google Ads for lead generation & eCommerce. Performance Max, PPC, lead generation, Google Ads, shopping campaigns, digital marketing, Reddit questions, advertising strategiesFor any Google Ads related questions, email [email protected]!reddit.com/r/thePPCCave/youtube.com/@ThePPCCavetiktok.com/@ThePPCCaveinstagram.com/ThePPCCavefiverr.com/ryanfentonfiverr.com/gene_villanozTune in and subscribe to The PPC Cave today!

    25 min

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Gene and Ryan co-host The PPC Cave discussing everything Google Ads for lead generation and e-commerce.